Definitions

accurate

[ak-yer-it] / ˈæk yər ɪt /

ADJECTIVE

precise

Synonyms

STRONGEST

authentic careful correct definite detailed exact factual meticulous proper rigorous scientific skillful solid specific strict systematic true

WEAK

close concrete defined deft discriminating discriminative distinct explicit faithful genuine judicious just literal matter-of-fact methodical on the button on the money on the nose particular punctilious punctual regular right rigid scrupulous severe sharp ultraprecise unerring unmistakable veracious

Antonyms

STRONGEST

careless counterfeit easygoing false general imprecise improper inaccurate incorrect indefinite inexact lenient uncareful uncertain undetailed unreal unreliable unsuitable untrustworthy vague

WEAK

doubtful erroneous faulty lax misleading mistaken questionable untruthful wrong

ADJECTIVE

correct, without error

Synonyms

STRONGEST

authentic authoritative conclusive correct definite definitive exact factual perfect strict true truthful valid

WEAK

absolute actual certain errorless faultless final flawless genuine infallible irrefutable official on-target right straight undeniable undisputed unimpeachable unquestionable unrefuted veracious

Antonyms

STRONGEST

counterfeit dishonest false imprecise inaccurate incomplete inconclusive incorrect indefinite inexact invalid uncertain unreal unreliable untruthful wrong

WEAK

careless doubtful erroneous faulty lax misleading mistaken questionable vague

Example Sentences

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But how truly accurate is this “January Effect” in boosting prices?

From MarketWatch

While I don’t recall specifics, I suspect the Times’s assessment was accurate.

From The Wall Street Journal

The pattern is remarkably consistent: Musk is optimistic on timing — but accurate on direction.

From MarketWatch

“When GDP and labor market signals are in conflict, the labor market signal turns out to be more accurate,” Paulson said.

From Barron's

Economists say it may take a few more months to get a more accurate read on inflation trends.

From MarketWatch